Author Archives: Lisa Lam

3 Steps to Simplification

We live in a world that is complicated and complex.  It seems like everything that we think or do has multiple layers and decisions are incredibly hard to make because of the multiple implications and complexities involved.  However, is there a way to simplify?  Are we complicating things just because we can or is itContinue reading “3 Steps to Simplification”

Top 3 Critical Success Factors for Successful Productive Habits

What are habits? In its most basic form, it is based on the Law of Hypnotic Rhythm.  It essentially states that when a thought or physical movement repeated over a period of time it forms into a habit or an organised rhythm which makes it permanent. Therefore routines that you perform on a regular basisContinue reading “Top 3 Critical Success Factors for Successful Productive Habits”

Productivity is Meaningless without Impact

Productivity is getting as much as possible done within the confines of limited resources, name time. Impact on the other hand is about the work that produces results that are exponential or invaluable or precious that without your involvement would not bring the same significance. Impact is a result of consistent, intentional and discipline approach to a long-term outcome. To last the long-term journey, you will need to prioritise and to be determined to stay the course by being productive in the everyday in the things that leads to the impact that you want.
Remember, it’s not the number of things that you are able to get through the day, but rather, it is getting the most impactful things completed in the most productive manner.

Energy and Not Just Time Management for Productivity

Energy management focuses on when is the best time during the day that you are at your best energy level to perform specific types of work.  Energy unlike time is a variable and potentially infinite resource.  It is variable because you are able to deplete or drain it but you are also able to recharge it or power it up again.  This in turn gives you a potentially infinite resource to manage and utilise.  Energy management involves knowing what your energy level is through the day.